Abstract
Many crystals may be found in arthritic joints. Rheumatologists are able to diagnose, with a high degree of probability, which crystals induce arthritis in the individual case. A definite diagnosis supported by polarisation microscopy may provide a firm basis for adequate long-term treatment. Recently new insights in the inflammatory processes induced the development of targeted therapies. We review novel developments in crystal-induced arthritis and gout in particular.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 1032-1039 |
| Journal | Clinical and experimental rheumatology |
| Volume | 29 |
| Issue number | 6 |
| Publication status | Published - Dec 2011 |